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03-28-2024
Strongest ocean current on Earth is speeding up and causing problems
The Antarctic Circumpolar Current (ACC) is the most powerful current on Earth, encircling Antarctica and influencing the global climate. Over the last few decades, observations show that it has been speeding up. Experts were uncertain whether this was a result of human-caused warming or a natural pattern. However, scientists have discovered that this oceanic powerhouse is getting even stronger. What does this mean for our planet's future? Ocean depths An international team of researchers embarked on a daring expedition to remote, turbulent waters. The goal was to...
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03-28-2024
Extreme floods: What turns a rainstorm into a catastrophe?
Floods can devastate communities. Homes are lost, lives are changed,...
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03-27-2024
Species richness linked to forest productivity in the eastern U.S.
When scientists and policymakers decide on which regions to prioritize...
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03-27-2024
Thousands of animal species will soon vanish from cities
A new study led by the University of Toronto Mississauga...
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03-27-2024
Healthy dietary shifts could keep global climate goals within reach
A recent study led by the Potsdam Institute for Climate...
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03-27-2024
Sahara desert dust storms carry harmful bacteria and fungi around the globe
We often dismiss springtime allergies as reactions to local pollen....
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03-27-2024
Microplastics have infiltrated archaeological soil samples
Researchers have unveiled the presence of microplastics in archaeological soil...
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03-27-2024
Biodegradable breakthrough: Plastics that won't make us sick
Biodegradable plastics represent a monumental step toward resolving the persistent...
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03-26-2024
We can prevent future pandemics by protecting nature
A collaborative effort involving 25 scientists from around the globe...
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03-26-2024
Another massive Greenland glacier is rapidly melting
The 79° N Glacier in northeast Greenland, is showcasing alarming...
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03-26-2024
Insects are disappearing from urban areas at a disturbingly rapid rate
The alarming rate at which insects are disappearing from our...
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03-26-2024
Excess nutrients are creating ocean dead zones
In a stark announcement, researchers from the Royal Netherlands Institute...
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